Learning. Naturally.
We believe that learning in a natural setting creates an enhanced sense of self-awareness and responsibility for care of the environment.
We are a not-for-profit organization started in 2016 by Sara Wolthers and Kellie Allen. As loving mothers, community members and Forest School Practitioners, Our Vision is to reconnect every child with nature. Our Mission is to help children build their self esteem, practical skills, confidence and learning in a safe, fun, outdoor environment.
Providing a safe, loving environment for your child to thrive in. We believe that being outside brings increases health and wellness, confidence, social and intellectual skills. At Forest School, children are allowed to take risks and learn on their own terms under the guidance of adults who care. Forest School develops a connection to and a knowledge about the land.
Unique activities they will love.
In today’s world, children are exposed to decreased physical activity and increased screen time. Our Forest School enables them to unplug and spend unstructured play time outdoors. Every day is different because they direct their learning and adventure always happens.
The types of activities they can engage in include things like group games, flora and fauna identification, fire building and safety, hand tools, cookouts, foraging, learning knots, art, music and storytelling.
I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees. – Henry David Thoreau
Roots and Boots strives to stand in solidarity with Mi’kmaw and acknowledges we are in Mi’kma’ki, the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaw people. We feel privileged to work, play and learn from this land and weave Mi’kmaq language and teachings into all of our programs.